Choosing the right MPV for you
MPV stands for Multi-Purpose Vehicle, and they are an alternative to Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) because they prioritise space and practicality.
There are plenty of MPVs to choose from on the market, so we've highlighted our top recommendations below. We've placed them in three different categories to make life easier:
- Small MPVs (five seats)
- 7-seaters
- Large people carriers (nine seats)
We've done this because we want to ensure you're choosing the right MPV for your needs.
Small MPVs are great for young families, while the 7-seaters make sense for larger families that need the extra space. The large people carriers are a good choice if you need to transport a large number of people on a regular basis.
Best small MPVs
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
The 2 Series Active Tourer is an upmarket alternative to other small MPVs and makes sense if you're an active family.
Fiat 500L
If you're a fan of cars with quirky styling, then the 500L could appeal. Plus, it has a large cabin and an efficient choice of engines.
Ford B-Max
The B-Max offers a spacious interior and a car-like driving experience, which is quite a rare trait with MPVs.
Mercedes-Benz B-Class
We're big fans of the B-Class, it provides a refined driving experience in a practical and usable everyday package.
Best 7-seater MPVs
Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer
The name is a bit of a mouthful, but the Grand C4 SpaceTourer makes up for this with a quirky interior and quiet drive.
Ford Grand C-Max
Essentially, the Grand C-Max is just a bigger version of the popular C-Max, making it ideal if you want a family car that's reasonably fun to drive.
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
The Zafira has been a popular choice for a long time because it's practical and affordable to run.
Volkswagen Touran
We'd recommend the Touran if you want a spacious 7-seater family car with an upmarket finish inside.
Best people carriers
Citroën SpaceTourer
Not to be confused with the Grand C4 SpaceTourer, this MPV offers more seats as well as a brighter cabin.
Ford Tourneo Custom
The Tourneo Custom is a practical 9-seater MPV that's available with an efficient plug-in hybrid engine.
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
If you want a large people carrier with a luxurious interior, then the V-Class is worth considering.
Vauxhall Vivaro Life
The Vivaro Life is easy to drive and quiet on the motorway, which is ideal if you spend a lot of time travelling long distances.
Our Personal Advisors are here to help you
Choosing the right car for your needs can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn't need to be.
If you haven't found the right car for you on our website, then please feel free to visit one of our CarStore Centres. A Personal Advisor will be more than happy to discuss your requirements and then make a recommendation that they think is right for you.
Alternatively, you can browse our used cars to see if there are any cars that you like the look of.
